Install and Run Mobilink on Ubuntu

Mobilink, a secure and efficient file-sharing tool, has released its Ubuntu version, compatible with Ubuntu 20.04 and later. This guide will walk you through the steps to install and run Mobilink on your Ubuntu system.

System Requirements

  • Operating System: Ubuntu 20.04 64-bit or later.

Prerequisites

Mobilink uses VLC libraries for video playback. Before installing Mobilink, you need to install VLC and its necessary libraries. Follow these steps:

  1. Open Terminal: You can open the terminal by pressing Ctrl + Alt + T or searching for "Terminal" in the application menu.
  2. Install VLC and Libraries: Enter the following commands in the terminal:
    sudo apt-get install vlc
    sudo apt-get install libvlc-dev

Download and Install Mobilink

  1. Download Mobilink: Open your web browser and download the Ubuntu version of Mobilink. The installation package will be named mobilink_xx.xx.xx_amd64.deb.
  2. Locate the Downloaded File: Once the download is complete, navigate to your Downloads directory where the package is saved.
  3. Install Mobilink via File Manager:
    • Open the file manager and locate the mobilink_xx.xx.xx_amd64.deb file.
    • Double-click on the file to open the installation interface.
  4. Complete the Installation:
    • Click the "Install" button in the top right corner of the installation interface.
    • Wait for the installation process to complete.
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Alternative Installation Method via Terminal

If the installation interface does not appear when double-clicking the .deb file, you can install Mobilink using the terminal:

  1. Navigate to Downloads Directory:
    cd Downloads
  2. Install Mobilink:
    sudo dpkg -i mobilink_xx.xx.xx_amd64.deb

Launch Mobilink

  1. Find Mobilink in Applications: After installation, locate the Mobilink icon in the list of applications. You can search for it in the application menu.
  2. Launch Mobilink: Double-click the Mobilink icon to open the application.
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Start Sharing Files

With Mobilink successfully installed, you can now share files with friends and colleagues directly from your Ubuntu system.